How long does a comprehensive eye examination take?
A full examination with dilation usually takes substantially longer than a routine sight test, partly because some measurements need repeat readings and partly because the drops need time to work.
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- Surgery journey
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- Eye tests & scans
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- How long…
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- 22 September 2026
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